Creamy Pesto Shrimp Recipe

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Creamy Pesto Shrimp Ingredients

  • Creamy Pesto Shrimp Recipe

    Creamy Pesto Shrimp

    1 pound linguine pasta

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup pesto
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

How to make Creamy Pesto Shrimp

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add linguine pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in cream, and season with pepper. Cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Stir Parmesan cheese into cream sauce, stirring until thoroughly mixed. Blend in the pesto, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until thickened.
  • Stir in the shrimp, and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes. Serve over the hot linguine.
  • Creamy Pesto Shrimp  is ready to serve.

Prep Time: 15 Min
Cook Time: 15 Min
Ready In: 30 Min
Yield: 8 servings

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